Cold War and Vietnam

Students review key people and events related to US History by matching 20 historical images to a caption or dialogue exchange for the following topics: Exploration, Revolutionary War, Washington to Jefferson, Westward Expansion, the Civil War,...

Students will read about America's role in helping Europe rebuild and recover after World War 2 (WWII, WW2) as per the Marshall Plan and answer 14 questions. There are also 3 extension tasks for students to choose from. The reading is two pages, an...

Students will read excerpts from President Johnson's Great Society speech, answer 21 questions (a mix of academic and opinion), and complete 2 creative/extension tasks. The answers are included where appropriate and this would be great for a sub! Sample...

Students will read and analyze JFK's inauguration speech by answering 23 questions (a mix of academic, creative, and opinion). An answer key is included where appropriate and this would work for a sub!  Sample questions include: --What does...

This is a fun research assignment for students to do. I allow them to use the internet on their phones or computer if available. I use it while studying the Civil War and Abraham Lincoln but it could be used while studying JFK as well or just as an extra...

A top trumps style card game that enables your students to learn about all of the American presidents in an interactive and engaging way, which your class will love! The game is perfect for introducing students to all of the U.S Presidents throughout...

A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the famous U.S. President, John F. Kennedy. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and...

This is a great resource to help students learn about Presidents of the United States who died in office.   Each page is complete with a photo of each president and detailed facts about each president.   Presidents...

This is a great resource to help students learn about Presidents of the United States who served one term or less than one term as President.   Each page is complete with a photo of each president and detailed facts about each president...

This is a great resource to help students learn about Presidents of the United States who served two (or more) full terms as President.   Each page is complete with a photo of each president and detailed facts about each president...

This is a great resource to help students learn about the Vice Presidents of the United States elected as members of the Republican Party.   Each page is complete with a photo of each president and detailed facts about each president...

This is a great resource to help students learn about the Presidents of the United States elected as members of the Republican Party.   Each page is complete with a photo of each president and detailed facts about each president...